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07-25-2012, 12:35 PM
Tidbits
July / August 2012
Wi-Free
8/27/12 The "Disney-Guest" free wi-fi broadcast is continued to expand. The free service is now reportedly available at Epcot. It has been also reported that the service was recently tested at the Typhoon Lagoon water park; but reports have not been clear if the service is permanently available yet.
8/1/12 The Walt Disney World resort has begun to expand its free wi-fi service from all Disney Resort hotels to its theme parks. The free wi-fi service is currently available in the Magic Kingdom park under the broadcast name "Disney-Guest". The free service is expected to be available in all four theme parks and the Downtown Disney area by the end of 2012. This service is likely (in part) to support the new My Disney Experience application (discussion here (http://www.intercot.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=193421)) being launched for use across the resort.
A Contemporary Closure
8/1/12 Disney's Contemporary Resort has announced additional renovations for the January through Late Summer 2013 period. All rooms, suites, and hallways on the 14th floor of the Tower will be closed for renovations during this time period. The Concierge Lounge will also be closed for renovations during this same period.
7/25/12 The popular California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary resort will be closing for a lengthy refurbishment next year. The location is scheduled to be closed from January 6, 2013 through Late Summer 2013. It has not been reported how the resort will address the lost dining capacity during this long period.
Circus Eats
7/25/12 More details are being released regarding the dining options in the partially open Storybook Circus section of the Magic Kingdom. Construction permits have recently been filed for a popcorn kiosk, a pretzel kiosk, and a hot dog kiosk to be constructed in the Storybook Circus section of the park. Additionally, the park has announced that forthcoming “Big Top Souvenirs” retail location will feature a confectionery section with an open kitchen for Guests to view the making of the treats.
Bon Appétit
7/25/12 Preparation work appears to be progressing for the Boulangerie Patisserie renovations and more detail have been internally announced. Although a closure date has still not be announced, a crane was reportedly spotted on-site earlier this month. It has been internally announced that the expanded location is expected to open in Late December 2012 and be re-named Boulangerie Pâtisserie Des Halles.
3/21/12 Epcot’s France pavilion has announced several changes to its dining options. The pavilion’s operators have announced that Boulangerie Patisserie will be renovated and expanded by next Spring. The counter service location will re-open featuring a new interior inspired by modern French bakeries and feature breads baked fresh daily.
July / August 2012
Wi-Free
8/27/12 The "Disney-Guest" free wi-fi broadcast is continued to expand. The free service is now reportedly available at Epcot. It has been also reported that the service was recently tested at the Typhoon Lagoon water park; but reports have not been clear if the service is permanently available yet.
8/1/12 The Walt Disney World resort has begun to expand its free wi-fi service from all Disney Resort hotels to its theme parks. The free wi-fi service is currently available in the Magic Kingdom park under the broadcast name "Disney-Guest". The free service is expected to be available in all four theme parks and the Downtown Disney area by the end of 2012. This service is likely (in part) to support the new My Disney Experience application (discussion here (http://www.intercot.com/discussion/showthread.php?t=193421)) being launched for use across the resort.
A Contemporary Closure
8/1/12 Disney's Contemporary Resort has announced additional renovations for the January through Late Summer 2013 period. All rooms, suites, and hallways on the 14th floor of the Tower will be closed for renovations during this time period. The Concierge Lounge will also be closed for renovations during this same period.
7/25/12 The popular California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary resort will be closing for a lengthy refurbishment next year. The location is scheduled to be closed from January 6, 2013 through Late Summer 2013. It has not been reported how the resort will address the lost dining capacity during this long period.
Circus Eats
7/25/12 More details are being released regarding the dining options in the partially open Storybook Circus section of the Magic Kingdom. Construction permits have recently been filed for a popcorn kiosk, a pretzel kiosk, and a hot dog kiosk to be constructed in the Storybook Circus section of the park. Additionally, the park has announced that forthcoming “Big Top Souvenirs” retail location will feature a confectionery section with an open kitchen for Guests to view the making of the treats.
Bon Appétit
7/25/12 Preparation work appears to be progressing for the Boulangerie Patisserie renovations and more detail have been internally announced. Although a closure date has still not be announced, a crane was reportedly spotted on-site earlier this month. It has been internally announced that the expanded location is expected to open in Late December 2012 and be re-named Boulangerie Pâtisserie Des Halles.
3/21/12 Epcot’s France pavilion has announced several changes to its dining options. The pavilion’s operators have announced that Boulangerie Patisserie will be renovated and expanded by next Spring. The counter service location will re-open featuring a new interior inspired by modern French bakeries and feature breads baked fresh daily.